Last week MoDOT demolished the bridge that carries Noland Road over I-70 in Independence.  A new bridge will be open by May, including a sidewalk for the first time.  The old bridge had no space for pedestrians, forcing them walk on a busy four lane arterial, for detour miles out of their way.

The new bridge is supposed to have a six foot sidewalk on one side. While not ideal, it is definitely an improvement over the former situation.